Name: The First Thanksgiving Story for Kids | Animated Thanksgiving Story
Uploaded: 2024-11-28T11:58:13.000Z
Duration: 4 min 7 s
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And spending time with family and friends!

But did you know that Thanksgiving wasn't always about delicious feasts and pumpkin pie?

Our story begins across the ocean in a place called England.

There were people called the Pilgrims who wanted to pray in their own way.

The king demanded that all people pray just like him.

They packed up clothes, tools, seeds to plant, and maybe a few toys for the kids, then waved goodbye to their friends and family.

And then they were off, across the wide ocean on the Mayflower.

But the sea was wild, tossing the ship around like a toy boat.

Waves splashed everywhere, and everyone got soaked and seasick.

They had food, like salted meat, cheese, and dried peas.

But after weeks at sea, everyone was tired and hungry.

But the Pilgrims never gave up hope, and finally, after 66 days, they landed on Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts.

The Pilgrims had no idea how to find food or stay warm.

If they were going to survive the brutal winter, they were going to need help.

Then they met the Native Americans, the first people of this land.

The Pilgrims and Native Americans were curious about each other, but a little cautious, too.

Slowly, they started sharing smiles, gifts, and stories.

The Native Americans were amazing teachers.

They knew everything about surviving in this wild new land.

They showed the Pilgrims how to build cozy homes, track food...

When fall came, the Pilgrims had a huge harvest.

To celebrate, the Pilgrims invited their new friends to a big feast.

...and their gratitude for this new land and their newfound friendship.

It was a time of joy, laughter, and giving thanks for all they had.

The only thing that wasn't on the menu that day was turkey.

A celebration of friendship, gratitude, and sharing.

So, this Thanksgiving, remember the Pilgrims, the Native Americans, and the special feast that brought them together.

 Happy Thanksgiving, from our family to yours.